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Lot 326
A Woman's Bridal Dragon Coat Mang Ao
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Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 19th century, orange-red silk coat embroidered with five five-clawed dragons in gold thread, clouds and li shui with pairs of peaches, the neck with an unusual embroidered collar decorated with black flowers and longevity symbols on border around neck, sleeves and body are filled with peonies and other various colorful flowers, with small circular metal decorations sewn throughout.

49 x 74 in.

Some wear to fabric; some horizontal pulls on fabric in upper back area; some loosening and loss of thread in places; some staining; delicate condition.

$500 - 1,000